Taming Her Beastly Mate
The Lycan Princess Chapter 26

“Aiden, your mother, and I will take a step back and let you and Diana handle things when Alpha Sion and Luna Clover arrive. It is important that you two establish a good relationship together. Especially since you will probably be family one day. Diana you have already started that relationship. You took steps to ensure that the sheya would get her mate back. This was the reason you made the agreement what it is. I am sure that you have already formed a lasting impression with her.” Wyatt noticed the minor frown on his son’s lips. “You know… I wouldn’t put this past Selene to have planned long ago. Since Shaun Faust was to be mated with Diana… it is a way for this all to come full circle by bringing the children together. A way to close a chapter that had a sad ending.”

Diana pressed herself against Aiden’s side as she placed her fingers around his arm. “I hope this time everything turns out better. Shaun deserved better than he got. I never realized how shallow my feelings were then. It took me being with Aiden to realize what real love felt like. And how trust is the basic foundation to a solid relationship. We can all learn from the past and the mistakes that were made.” She glanced up at Aiden as he looked down smiling at her.

“And we have learned from Lucy’s arrangement. We will do things differently and visit more often. Our children will grow up as friends and if feelings form then maybe you can help with the mate bond.” Aiden looked at his father, who shrugged slightly.

“Their daughter would be part sheya. I do not think I can manipulate that mate bond, though I can try. Sheya’s are remarkable. They have resilient minds and are very powerful. They have the power to protect the minds of those around them as well. They can enhance moods and confuse enemies. A powerful ally… or a dangerous enemy. Remember that.” Wyatt then turned to look at Freya. Are you going to tell them?

There isn’t anything to tell right now. For now, we will wait. They have enough on their mind with the Children of the Moon. Freya patted Wyatt’s arm and looked at Diana. “If at any moment you need us, just send a messenger fairy.”

“It is hard to hand over the reins, but this is the first important step. Even though this is your mission, we are still here. Don’t forget you have us to depend on.” Wyatt was proud of the man his son was becoming and he couldn’t think of a better Luna for him than Diana. However, they were both still young and inexperienced. They would gradually be handing the leadership over to them to make the transition as smooth as possible.

“Please be careful. They are very cunning. I don’t know who you can trust. I wish I could be more helpful. I wish you weren’t going.” Colleen said to Kurt as he held her and Sully.

“Mom and Dad will look after you and Sully while I am gone. I don’t want you to worry. I’ll be back before you know it and we will do our best to save as many pack members as we can. I’m sure there are others there like you. They need to be saved too.” He then removed his arm from Colleen to lift Sully up with both hands. “Now you be good for your mother. You sleep through the night and don’t have any blowouts! Keep the crying to a minimum, do you hear me?” He said in fake sternness as he cradled the baby back to his chest. “I’ll be back soon, so be a good boy for me.” He kissed Sully on his head and gently shifted him into Colleen’s.

“Take this time apart to really think about what you want.” He whispered as he brushed his fingers over her neck. “Remember, I am not going anywhere and you can take as long as you need—”

“Kurt, I’ve told you countless times that I want to be with you. I know you are worried that I am just saying that but it’s what I want. When you come back, I want you to make it official.” She watched as his lips curled up into a smile, pulling her tight against his side.

“Say the word once I’ve returned and it will be.” This would be the perfect time for Colleen to rationalize her thoughts while not being polluted by the mate bond. She has made a lot of progress mentally, but Kurt wanted to be sure for her. He didn’t want to do anything that could later cause her pain. Regardless of how hard it was to push his feelings aside. To him, it was all about Colleen and the pace she needed. If she still wanted this when he returned, then he wouldn’t hesitate to claim her. It has been a real challenge trying to reel in his beast. It taught him a lot about himself too, but his feelings for Colleen helped keep him in check.

Suddenly, heads all shifted to look out the window. They could all feel the presence that had just entered the pack territory. The Alpha and Luna of the Ankh pack had arrived.

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“It feels so good to be home,” Gia said as she squeezed Conners’ hand.

“Better than being with me?” He teased as she giggled.

“Who did I choose?” She turned her head to look at the sour faced woman behind her. “Ease up Odell. This pack is the safe pack. We aren’t at the Children of the Moon.”

“You ease up. My job is to keep Clover safe and that is what I am doing.” Odell growled, folding her arms over her chest.

“She is just grumpy because Logan stayed behind with Demetri and Nadine to watch over the Ankh pack.” Conner grinned at Odell as she rolled her eyes.

“I don’t want to hear it, Conner. You were ready to hyperventilate when you thought Gia was coming without you.” Clover laughed as the sunlight flickered over her light brown hair. She playfully bumped into the side of the man next to her. “Try wearing a smile.” She watched as his hazel eyes looked down at her as his lips twitched up slightly.

“You know how I feel about this trip. The fact that my pregnant mate has to hike into shriek infested woods to help settle the mood of wolves that need housebroken—”

“Are you afraid the shrieks will be too much for you?” Clover watched as his eyes lit with amusement.

“You are in a good mood, aren’t you?”

“I’m excited to meet her again. I can’t wait for you to meet her. She is beautiful. She has light blonde hair, with ivory skin and eyes that shine like silver. She didn’t even know me but tried to help me. I think we will be good friends. I hope you and the prince will get along well.”

“Aiden is great. I don’t see why anyone wouldn’t like him.” Gia interrupted, turning her head to look back at Clover and Sion.

As they traveled deeper into the pack territory, they saw the pack members going about their daily routines. Children running around and playing while their parents watched over them, warriors training and patrolling the borders, and the scent of freshly cooked meals coming from the pack houses. It all felt peaceful, and everyone looked happy.

“Mom! Dad!” Gia suddenly squealed, diving into her mother’s open arms. Susan squeezed her daughter tightly and then began to look over her. Adam took Gia into his arms next.

“Well, are we going to be grandparents?” Susan asked eagerly as Gia snorted, shaking her head.

“Mooom.” Gia sighed.

“You are young and in your prime. It didn’t take your father long at all to put you in my belly. Are you active? You aren’t using protection, are you?”

“MOM!”

Susan turned to look at the man standing directly behind Gia. Conner looked at Gia’s parents and said, “It’s good to see you again Adam. Nice to meet you, Susan. Gia has told me all about you.”

“That’s nice. Well, about grandbabies… everyone has one now. Even my brother Sam has a grandchild. I am being left out. Are you staying healthy? You aren’t having any issues in that department, are you?” Susan eyed Conner, whose face turned beet red.

“Wait, Uncle Sam… you mean Kurt has a baby?” Gia’s eyes widened as she ignored her mother’s prodding.

“Sues.” Adam bumped into her shoulder. “Kurt found his mate and she has a baby boy. Sam and Renee are over the moon for the little guy. Kurt is quite smitten too—”

“And I want to be a young grandma too!” Susan interrupted. “If I am losing my daughter already, then the least you can do is give me grandchildren.” She pointed at Conner, who stood there rubbing the back of his neck.

“It’s not like I am not trying—” Conner was interrupted by the low growl from Adam.

“Oh Adam… let’s not forget how you claimed me as a mate, right? My father had to give his okay for you to go and mate with me… remember? How quickly you forget what it is like when you replace your mate.” Susan scolded Adam, who looked away with a crooked grin.

“Anyways… I believe this conversation can wait.” Adam said, clearing his throat and looking at Sion and Clover. “I am here to escort you to the packhouse. The royal family is waiting for you there.”

Sion nodded at Adam politely as he wrapped his hand around Clover’s waist. “Lead the way,” he said as he glanced down at his mate. He had tried to convince her all the way up until they left to stay behind. It wasn’t that Clover wasn’t capable, but she was pregnant. Her body was vulnerable at times due to the changes she was going through. Not to mention he was terribly protective of her and his unborn child.

Gia and Susan filled the air with their chatter as the rest quietly followed Adam along the trail. Sion and Clover looked around the pack and their members. They were both taking in the surroundings of the formidable pack. This was the King’s pack and there wasn’t a stronger one around. The people seemed relaxed and happy. It was clear they didn’t worry much since they had strong leaders.

Clover could sense the moods of those around her. She had been honing her skills as a sheya with the help of their friend Stilts. According to him, she had a long way to go but she was good enough to go play with werewolves. With her enhanced skills though she was able to get her visions of the past much easier. As they walked the trail, flashbacks played in her mind. She saw the fairy queen Lilly holding a necklace around her neck. Then another image of her running down the trail back to the packhouse with tears in her eyes. Then it flipped to her holding two babies in her arms while two other little boys wrestled with another man on the ground. She looked happy.

Then she saw Rhea as a child running and playing with three other boys. Then an older image of her staring up at Leviathan.

“From now on, I will always be with you… as your summon.” Leviathan’s voice echoed clearly in Clover’s mind as she watched the pink blush spread over Rhea’s cheeks.

Warmth. She felt a gentle warm light that surrounded this pack. She closed her eyes briefly pushing the visions away. Stilts had helped her with that. At first, she didn’t have any control and the past flooded into her. Now she knew how to shut it off and to turn it on.

“Clover?” She heard Sion’s voice, and she looked up at him smiling.

“There is so much positive energy that it drowns out the negative ones. I like this place. If we have a daughter… this will be a wonderful home for her.” She watched as Sion smiled and squeezed her tightly against his side.

“Are you checking out the place for our future child already?” He teased.

Sion.

He stared at her as her voice entered his mind. Yes, my love?

These people are not our enemy. Please remember that and behave yourself. We may end up family in the future.

Sion chuckled and nodded his head. Yes, my Alpha.

Sion!

What? No bedroom talk here? He winked at her as a pink stain reached her cheeks. I fully submit to you, my Queen. Your will is also my own.

Except when it comes to fighting? She smirked up at him as a sheepish grin reached his lips.

When it comes to your safety, then my will comes into play.

What if I wanted to be with another man? She teased as his predatory eyes locked onto hers.

My dearest love, if it is a list of souls you wish for me to reap early, then by all means… just give me the names. He sneered at her mockingly, his face hovering mere inches from hers before he moved away, pressing an unyielding k**s onto the crown of her head.

Sion… I sense her. She is in that house. Clover said in excitement as her eyes roamed over the large manor they were approaching.

She clutched at Sion in nervous excitement as they walked up the porch stairs. Adam opened the door and turned to motion for them to enter.

“Alpha Sion, Luna Clover, I would like to introduce you to the royal family. Alpha King Wyatt, Luna Queen Freya, Lycan Prince Aiden, and the Lycan Princess Diana.”